Tax Supervisor

Ascend Partner Firms

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms, enabling them to stay independent while accessing resources to help them grow. MHP, the largest regional CPA firm in Wyoming with over 75 employees, is dedicated to personalized customer service and is deeply rooted in the Cheyenne community. They offer a blend of tradition and modernization, with a vibrant city life and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. MHP emphasizes that employees are more than a number, offering opportunities for career advancement, an "open door policy" with managers and partners, and a supportive team environment with regular social events. They pride themselves on superior client service and servant leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
3-5+ years of Tax experience
Friendly and professional demeanor
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Willingness to embrace moments of pressure and tight deadlines during busy season(s)
Takes pride in work
Considers "Client First" the heart of client service
Willingness to learn and desire for personal growth
Professionalism; enjoys working as a valued member of an overall team
Enjoys a challenge and working with multiple types of clients and industries
Enjoys working in a business casual work environment
Opportunity to have a flexible work arrangement

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and review tax returns for Individuals, Corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships, Trusts, and Estates.
Work independently as well as within a team.
Have recurring direct client contact.
Engage in critical thinking and attention to detail.
Work rapidly, accurately, and under pressure during tax season to meet tight deadlines.
Take on increased complexity level of projects, demonstrating ability to take a messy trial balance and provide AJEs to correct it.
Prepare complete and accurate returns.
Review others’ returns.
Prepare documentation to support tax return calculations.
Mentor a team of Associates and Seniors.
Review data input, identifying, and resolving technical issues.
Work closely with managers and partners and keep team informed on status.
Increase client communication while working on their tax return, and potentially throughout multiple years.
Understand federal, state, and local tax codes.
Apply knowledge to real-life situations, with encouragement for thinking outside of the box.
Share ideas and opinions with the team.
Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis and apply what is learned to assigned tasks.